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East Renfrewshire Developing the Young Workforce Employer Breakfast

East Renfrewshire Developing the Young Workforce Employer Breakfast

East Renfrewshire Council is inviting local businesses to their Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Employer Breakfast on Thursday 8th May 2025.

This event will be held at Eastwood House, Windsor Suite – Ballroom and offers a valuable opportunity to connect with education professionals and discuss how you can support the future workforce.

To register for the event, please contact : vocationalprogramme@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk

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Barclays "B in Tech" Event for Renfrewshire Schools

Barclays recently welcomed around 80 pupils from Renfewshire schools to their Glasgow campus for their "B in Tech" event.

This event, previously delivered for pupils across the West Region, encourages young people to consider Computer Science as a National 4 or 5 subject and highlights the exciting career pathways in the tech industry.

Throughout the day, pupils took part in interactive activities, offering a fun, hands on look at the endless possibilities a future in tech can offer.

A huge thank you to the Barclays team for delivering such an engaging and insightful event, with one more session still to come!

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Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2025 – Construction as a career of choice

Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2025 – Construction as a career of choice

This webinar is aimed at the parents, guardians, carers and educators in the sphere of influence of young people’s career choices.

Part of the response to the critical skills shortage within the industry, the CITB-funded Construction Work Tasters project has sought to encourage more young people to take up careers in construction. 

With infrastructure, major construction projects, housebuilding and climate targets all dependant on attracting a sufficient breadth of talent, this webinar will explore why apprenticeships are a pathway worth considering.

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Get Started with DYW's free webinar

Get Started with DYW's free webinar

DYW are holding a "Get Started" webinar on Thursday 6th February from 10am-12pm. 

This free training workshop is designed to support individuals who currently engage with or would like to engage with young people in schools and colleges, or in the workplace - through DYW.

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DYW Decade

DYW Decade

This month, we’ve been celebrating #DYWDecade by reflecting on the fantastic journey DYW has had over the past 10 years.

A huge thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible decade, your support has made all the difference in shaping opportunities for young people. 

Click the link below to view our socials and revisit our highlights from the campaign over the past three weeks!

You can also watch our video featuring a message from our Programme Director, Bob Davidson, highlighting the achievements and impact of DYW West 

Click here for our social media channels

Click here to view our #DYWDecade video

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Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2025

Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2025

We are planning for Scottish Apprenticeship Week which takes place from 3rd-7th March!

This is a great opportunity for your organisation to showcase your apprenticeship pathways into your company/sector.

We are looking for employers who would be interested in taking part in the following:

Social media campaign - Apprenticeship photo opportunity. To take part please send us a picture of your apprentices and your logo. This picture will then be used on our social media platforms throughout SAW week.

Talks & Tour of your company with school pupils Would you be interested in hosting a talk and tour of your workplace for any of our local schools? Transport will be covered by schools.

If you're interested in taking part in either of the above please email info@dywwest.co.uk

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DYW Get Connected Webinar Series

DYW Get Connected Webinar Series

DYW are launching our "Get Connected" webinar series for professionals who work with young people.

If you are an educator, careers advisor, or a professional working with young people then join us for the first session on 21st January 2025 to explore how Marketplace can help you uncover amazing opportunities for the next generation.

Register here

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Digital Futures Academy with DXC Technology

Digital Futures Academy with DXC Technology

What a fantastic last session of 2024 for our Digital Futures Academy with DXC Technology!

The pupils enjoyed incredible VR sessions, with DXC, & AR session, with Sight and Sound Technology, followed by a festive Christmas party with movies and games!

A massive thank you to everyone at DXC for organising and to Sight and Sound for their AR session 

 

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Rolls-Royce Open Evening

Rolls-Royce Open Evening

Rolls-Royce are holding an Open Evening in January for S4-S6 students in Inchinnan!

This invitation-only Open Evening will provide students and parents with the opportunity to explore the schemes and opportunities at Rolls-Royce, including a chance to talk with representatives from the Apprentice Development team, current apprentices and Recruitment Team who will be able to answer your questions and share their experience with you.

Register for your timeslot:
5pm ➡️ https://buff.ly/4gmtXVo
6pm ➡️ https://buff.ly/4imIP86
7pm ➡️ https://buff.ly/41ruMZb 

 

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A Decade of DYW

A Decade of DYW

In January 2025, DYW will celebrate ten years of Developing the Young Workforce through our #DYWDecade social media campaign. 

Help celebrate by sharing how DYW has helped you, your organisation, or young people you support. 

Share your experiences from 13th-31st January 2025, alongside the #DYWDecade hashtag.

Get involved: https://buff.ly/3D3Hmn4

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